Lindeman & Associates
Creative Director of Finishing
Lindeman & Associates, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
LA (Lindeman & Associates) launched in 2015 and quickly established itself as a leader in the entertainment advertising space, winning Clio’s Agency of the Year in 2017. LA brings together artists, editors, and storytellers into one hyper-collaborative team specializing in crafting iconic 360º campaigns. Our work grows audiences, sparks conversations, builds brands, and shapes culture. LA collaborates with industry leaders including Disney, FX, HBOMAX, Amazon Studios, Hulu, Paramount, Lionsgate, Netflix, STARZ, Universal Pictures, and Warner Bros. LA is based in Los Angeles, our creative home and muse. What You’ll Do
We are seeking a
Creative Director of Finishing
to lead our newly formed Art Department within the Print division. This individual will guide the finishing process for all creative originating from the Print team, ensuring seamless execution from concept comps to final high-resolution deliverables. The role requires exceptional technical expertise in Photoshop and finishing, combined with creative vision and leadership. The Creative Director will also develop team skills in digital painting and high-end illustration, and mentor junior designers and illustrators to finishing-level capability.
Lead the finishing process for all Print-sourced creative, ensuring accuracy, polish, and production-readiness.
Collaborate closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, and Finishers to maintain creative integrity from concept through final output.
Provide high-end finishing expertise, including photo-real retouching, compositing, perspective correction, and large-scale rebuilds.
Manage and mentor the Sketch Illustration Team, upskilling them toward advanced digital painting and finishing.
Ensure consistency, quality, and brand alignment under the vision of the Executive Creative Director.
Partner with department leadership to streamline workflow efficiencies and resource allocation.
Contribute to the overall creative strategy, balancing artistry with technical excellence.
What We’re Looking For 10+ years of experience in entertainment advertising, finishing, or high-end digital imaging.
Proven expertise in Photoshop and other relevant finishing tools.
Strong background in photo-real retouching, compositing, and large-format rebuilds.
Experience directing or mentoring junior artists.
Familiarity with AI creative tools (e.g., MidJourney, Stable Diffusion, Adobe Firefly) and enthusiasm for evolving workflows.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Portfolio that demonstrates finishing expertise and creative leadership.
The Perks
We want to make sure you’re taken care of while we build the future of entertainment together. LA is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our team alongside competitive compensation.
The starting base compensation range for this position is $175,000-$185,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, location, prior experience, and education.
Work is remote, with the option to work onsite in our DTLA office.
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA’s.
Short and long-term disability, accident, critical-care coverage.
PTO and paid holidays.
401K plan.
Employee wellness benefits and mental health support.
Opportunity to lead and shape a new department within a top-tier creative agency.
Direct influence on the creative and technical quality of high-profile entertainment campaigns.
Mentorship and team-building opportunities with junior designers and illustrators.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a person to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Extended periods of desk work are required, including prolonged sitting during finishing tasks such as detailed retouching, compositing, digital painting, and reviewing large files for print readiness. Communication, visual acuity, utilization of technology, multi-tasking, manual dexterity, movement, and occasional material handling are expected as part of the role. Work Environment and Schedule
Primary work is remote with extended computer use. Print deadlines can require extended hours, including evenings and some weekends. We focus on outcomes and meeting deliverables, with flexibility around schedules to support the work. Occasional travel for in-person reviews and team sessions may be required, including visits to the Los Angeles office; travel is scheduled with notice. LA is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to making LA inclusive and diverse. LA provides access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact careers@lassociates.co.
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LA (Lindeman & Associates) launched in 2015 and quickly established itself as a leader in the entertainment advertising space, winning Clio’s Agency of the Year in 2017. LA brings together artists, editors, and storytellers into one hyper-collaborative team specializing in crafting iconic 360º campaigns. Our work grows audiences, sparks conversations, builds brands, and shapes culture. LA collaborates with industry leaders including Disney, FX, HBOMAX, Amazon Studios, Hulu, Paramount, Lionsgate, Netflix, STARZ, Universal Pictures, and Warner Bros. LA is based in Los Angeles, our creative home and muse. What You’ll Do
We are seeking a
Creative Director of Finishing
to lead our newly formed Art Department within the Print division. This individual will guide the finishing process for all creative originating from the Print team, ensuring seamless execution from concept comps to final high-resolution deliverables. The role requires exceptional technical expertise in Photoshop and finishing, combined with creative vision and leadership. The Creative Director will also develop team skills in digital painting and high-end illustration, and mentor junior designers and illustrators to finishing-level capability.
Lead the finishing process for all Print-sourced creative, ensuring accuracy, polish, and production-readiness.
Collaborate closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, and Finishers to maintain creative integrity from concept through final output.
Provide high-end finishing expertise, including photo-real retouching, compositing, perspective correction, and large-scale rebuilds.
Manage and mentor the Sketch Illustration Team, upskilling them toward advanced digital painting and finishing.
Ensure consistency, quality, and brand alignment under the vision of the Executive Creative Director.
Partner with department leadership to streamline workflow efficiencies and resource allocation.
Contribute to the overall creative strategy, balancing artistry with technical excellence.
What We’re Looking For 10+ years of experience in entertainment advertising, finishing, or high-end digital imaging.
Proven expertise in Photoshop and other relevant finishing tools.
Strong background in photo-real retouching, compositing, and large-format rebuilds.
Experience directing or mentoring junior artists.
Familiarity with AI creative tools (e.g., MidJourney, Stable Diffusion, Adobe Firefly) and enthusiasm for evolving workflows.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Portfolio that demonstrates finishing expertise and creative leadership.
The Perks
We want to make sure you’re taken care of while we build the future of entertainment together. LA is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our team alongside competitive compensation.
The starting base compensation range for this position is $175,000-$185,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, location, prior experience, and education.
Work is remote, with the option to work onsite in our DTLA office.
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA’s.
Short and long-term disability, accident, critical-care coverage.
PTO and paid holidays.
401K plan.
Employee wellness benefits and mental health support.
Opportunity to lead and shape a new department within a top-tier creative agency.
Direct influence on the creative and technical quality of high-profile entertainment campaigns.
Mentorship and team-building opportunities with junior designers and illustrators.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a person to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Extended periods of desk work are required, including prolonged sitting during finishing tasks such as detailed retouching, compositing, digital painting, and reviewing large files for print readiness. Communication, visual acuity, utilization of technology, multi-tasking, manual dexterity, movement, and occasional material handling are expected as part of the role. Work Environment and Schedule
Primary work is remote with extended computer use. Print deadlines can require extended hours, including evenings and some weekends. We focus on outcomes and meeting deliverables, with flexibility around schedules to support the work. Occasional travel for in-person reviews and team sessions may be required, including visits to the Los Angeles office; travel is scheduled with notice. LA is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to making LA inclusive and diverse. LA provides access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact careers@lassociates.co.
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